The best restaurants in Mayfair, London

If Michelin stars and upscale dining is what you’re after, look no further than the best restaurants in Mayfair. This Central London enclave boasts some of the capital’s finest meals, but their prestige comes at a price. This is easily the most expensive part of town. Still, for those special occasions, date nights, and change-your-life meals, it’s all worth it. We’ve vetted the best restaurants in Mayfair, London for your glamorous rendezvous.

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1. Ormer Mayfair by Sofian

Cuisine: Modern British fine dining
Price: $$$$
Best for: Michelin-starred tasting menus, romantic dinners
Standout features: Premium wine pairings, artistic desserts, luxury hotel setting inside Fleming’s Mayfair
Address: Flemings Mayfair Hotel, 7–12 Half Moon Street, London W1J 7BH

Not just one of the best restaurants in Mayfair, but easily the whole of London, a visit to Chef Sofian Msetfi’s Ormer Mayfair is a truly special occasion, which is no wonder the team here have received awards galore, including a Michelin star.

Opt for classic or signature tasting menu (with modifications available for pescatarians, vegetarians, and vegans) and sample the very best of sustainable British+ produce, including the heavenly warm Rosscarbery ham jelly with Coolea cheese, Bramley apple and nasturtium; the tender roast Yorkshire duck drizzled with rich gravy, and the artfully presented English saffron dessert which shells open a melody of unique-but-they-work flavours. Exquisite wine pairings, the prettiest petit fours in a box, and charming house company round off a perfect evening within the 175-year-old Fleming’s hotel. 

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2. Michael Caines at The Stafford

Cuisine: Modern British fine dining
Price: $$$$
Best for: Michelin-style tasting menus, special occasions, luxury dining
Standout features: Signature tasting menu, sommelier wine pairings, famous cheese trolley
Address: The Stafford London, 16–18 St James’s Place, London SW1A 1NJ

Chef extraditionnaire, Michael Caines, ushered a new era into The Stafford’s dining room, and mere months later, awards came tumbling. Quite rightly so: our meal was so good, we’d come back for the bread roll and the sommelier-paired wine alone!

But of course, all eyes are on the courses. The Signature Tasting Menu journeys guests through (at our time of visit) a delicate Orkney scallop ceviche finessed with oscietra caviar; a melody of seafood (poached turbot with scallops) and poultry (a tender truffle-drizzled roast pigeon); and then caps things off with a strawberry mousse followed by apple and chocolate orange confit. Do indulge in the cheese trolley, and at the end, the Petit Fours, as well. Basically, do anything to lengthen the unforgettable, incredible experience.

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3. Kitty Fisher’s

Cuisine: British / European
Price: $$$
Best for: Romantic dinners, cosy townhouse dining, wood-fired dishes
Standout features: Belted Galloway Chateaubriand, lobster bisque, signature cocktails, intimate atmosphere
Address: 10 Shepherd Market, London W1J 7QF

For over a decade, West Enders have been meowing over Kitty Fisher’s, a cosy and intimate restaurant named after a famed 18th-century courtesan. Within this townhouse, patrons dine on wood-fired delicacies like the Brixham Hake paired with lobster bisque and fennel or the big-enough-to-share Belted Galloway Chateaubriand, whilst sipping on signature gin-based Bad Kitty cocktails or old-world vintage wines. The Chocolate Ganache steals the spotlight at dessert. Kitty’s is, put simply, good food and good company. Everyone here’s got the cream.

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4. Apricity

Cuisine: Modern British, sustainable fine dining
Price: $$$
Best for: Seasonal tasting menus and eco-conscious dining
Standout features: Michelin Green Star, low-waste kitchen, locally sourced ingredients, refined but relaxed atmosphere
Address: 68 Duke Street, Mayfair, London W1K 6JU

Apricity certainly mixes things up when it comes to tasting menus in Mayfair, offering patrons an experience centred on sustainability, low-waste, and low-intervention, aka thoughtful dining through and through. And Chef Chantelle Nicholson even keeps carnivores in the movement: the menu, while plant-based, features regeneratively farmed meat and sustainably caught British seafood. 

We sampled the five-course menu, where highlight dishes included the venison terraine, black pearl & shiitake mushrooms, and a rather surprising cheese add-on laid on apple raisin toast, which was a mighty finale contender against their baked win-win milk choc moose. Though as things change (often daily) with seasonal availability, you’ll have alternative dishes to wrestle with. What remains is an elegant yet relaxed Mayfair abode, plated with nourishing goodness and drink pours that echo the kind ethos that’s rightly earned the restaurant a Michelin green star.

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5. Pavyllon

Cuisine: Modern French fine dining with global touches
Price: $$$$
Best for: Michelin-starred dining, chef’s counter dining, artful tasting menus
Standout features: Yannick Alléno concept, Immersive Mayfair Tasting menu and wine pairings
Address: Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, Hamilton Place, London W1J 7DR

Experience the mastery of one of the world’s most decorated living Michelin-starred chefs, Yannick Alléno, at Pavyllon, tucked inside the five-star Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane. A date-night dream and one of our favourite restaurants in London, it combines modern French cuisine in a wonderfully theatrical setting. Foodies, you have to make a beeline for a counter seat, where guests enjoy front-row access to the chefs at work. It makes the experience feel far more interactive than traditional hushed fine-dining in Mayfair.

We had the Immersive Mayfair Tasting Menu, a five-course voyage comprising unforgettables like the creamy Saint Ewe soft egg and bluefin tuna tartare, and the tender Cornwall lamb chop drizzled with rich gravy.  Note that this was just during our time of visit, and menus change with the seasons. Wine pairings featured some unexpected (and very welcome) pours from Japan, Hungary, and closer to home, Kent. In addition to lunch and dinner, Pavyllon’s La Croissanterie has the most beautiful croissants you’ll ever lay eyes on! You’ll be tempted to check in for the night.

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6. FENIX

Cuisine: Greek
Price: $$$$
Best for: Stylish Greek dinners, Greek wine, tasting menus
Standout features: Open-fire cooking, modern Greek sharing plates, Moussaka
Address: Stratton House, 80 Piccadilly, London W1J 8HX

Shining contemporary Aegean glamour on Piccadilly, FENIX is Greek-Mediterranean fine dining that draws inspiration from the Cyclades and modern Greek island culture. At the centre of it all sits an open-fire kitchen, firing up some of the best grilled meats and seafood we’ve had the pleasure of. Our tasting menu standouts included the Robata Grilled Squid, the Grilled Octopus, and the Rib Eye Steak….you get the picture.

Protein aside, we were pleasantly surprised by the delicately deconstructed Moussaka – a caramelised aubergine topped with a tender short rib and Graviera cheese. The same cheese, making a welcome appearance creamed on top of their crispy chips. Divine! To end, the sharing of Greek Ice Cream and Loukoumades dessert is both refreshing and sweetly satisfying, drizzled with honey, then sprinkled with berries and candied walnuts. The baklava and loukoumades (mini Greek doughnuts) can be dipped in, too. It’s all perfectly accompanied by the restaurant’s robust wine list, including Greek and coastal European bottles. 

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7. Toum

Cuisine: Lebanese / French-Lebanese
Price: $$–$$$
Best for: Casual upscale dinners, rotisserie chicken, cocktails
Standout features: Slow-roasted chicken, Lebanese garlic sauce, chicken jus, downstairs listening bar “Encore”
Address: 27 Woodstock Street, London W1C 2DZ

Inspired by Lebanon’s era as a French Mandate in the 1920s, French-Lebanese owner Tarek Farah slow-spins the most tender rotisserie chicken in Mayfair at Toum. You can have yours whole, half, or quartered, served with a choice of sauce and a side of poulet frites and green salad. We shared a whole between two people, and highly recommend first drizzling over with the sweet yet savoury chicken jus, then dipping each tender chunk into their traditional Lebanese Garlic Sauce.  For dessert, seal it with a drink. A Foret Noire cocktail is just the concoction, enjoyed at the downstairs listening bar, Encore. This scarlet spot, open until 12 am Thursday to Saturday, caps a truly stellar night with habibi. 

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8. Jamavar

Cuisine: Indian fine dining
Price: $$$$
Best for: Upscale Indian cuisine, celebratory dinners, Michelin-starred curries and grills
Standout features: Regional Indian tasting menus, signature lobster neeruli, richly decorated interiors inspired by Indian palaces, Michelin star
Address: 8 Mount Street, London W1K 3NF

Co-founded by Samyukta Nair and her father Dinesh, Jamavar is a treat for the eyes as well as the tongue. It’s magnificently set across two floors, each outfitted with intricate motifs and colonial flourishes in homage to a classic New Delhi mansion. The Pan-Indian menu spans charcoal-grilled tikkas, creamy seafood curries, and a spectacular Adraki lamb chop that melts in your mouth. No matter the spice level, know that Rasmalai will (beautifully) fan it down to the finish.  An extensive international bottle list, cocktails, lunch and tasting menus (with optional wine pairings) are also available from this acclaimed Mount Street restaurant. 

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9. Umu

Cuisine: Kyoto-style Japanese
Price: $$$$
Best for: Michelin-starred Japanese dining, sushi and kaiseki experiences
Standout features: Michelin-starred kaiseki menu, charcoal robata grill, exceptional wagyu beef, traditional Kyoto techniques, refined minimalist interiors
Address: 14–16 Bruton Place, London W1J 6LX

Ever since we dined at Genjyu, we’ve been dreaming about Kaiseki dining. Thankfully, in London, Umu gets Londoners as close as possible to the exquisite Japanese experience. Here, Chef Ryo Kamatsu uses authentic methods on fresh local ingredients. Think scallop miso topped with caviar, and Cornish lobster and girolle spring rolls, but do note that items are seasonal, and future visits will see changes. That’s why you’ll need to trust the resident sommelier with an impeccable sake or wine pairing. 

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10. Punk Royale

Cuisine: Nordic / Experimental fine dining
Price: $$$$
Best for: Immersive tasting menus, unconventional dining, adventurous date nights
Standout features: Theatrical presentations, caviar, rock-and-roll atmosphere, no formal dress expectations, interactive dining experience
Address: 31 Sackville Street, London W1S 3DN

If you’re partial to a good thing from Sweden (and who isn’t?!), then lick your lips for Punk Royale’s new Sackville Street outpost. This isn’t a typical Mayfair hangout as you’d expect, but rather, an upscale rebellion. There’s club-pop music, there’s smoke and neon lights, and there are even some rather bonkers shenanigans involving masks (!). We won’t give too much away (and TBH we can’t – they lock away your phones), but wear whatever you like: their caviar tastes better in dancing shorts.

You’ll need between 2 and 2.5 hours to experience their Menu Royale, comprising a minimum of 20 courses. The presentation of each dish is a fantasy brought to life, with flavours that strangely work. Smiley face foie gras with a syringe of wine, and a spoonful of lobster shoved into your mouth by the chef, were just some of the memorable bites that stood out for us, but honestly, you won’t forget any of this anytime soon. In fact, the alternative Mayfair experience is one of the most unique things we’ve ever done. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic pairings are available, and if opting for the former, let’s just say you’re going to need to plan your journey home in advance. 

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11. Nammos

Cuisine: Mediterranean / Greek fine dining, Japanese-inspired sushi creations
Price: $$$$
Best for: Glamorous nights, fresh seafood market display, Mykonos beach club energy
Standout features: Aubergine Mille-Feuille, Spice Tuna Spider Roll, Nammos Dessert Platter
Address: 15 Berkeley Street, London W1J 8DY

Born on the sun-drenched shores of Mykonos, Nammos London brings its signature blend of Mediterranean glamour and high-energy dining to Mayfair. Set across two floors on Berkeley Street, the London outpost trades beachfront views for a more polished city setting, while still retaining the unmistakable spirit of the original Greek hotspot. 

Expect immaculate seafood, including mains that can be selected from their fresh market display, colourful sharing plates and plenty of dishes designed for indulgent group dining. We were particularly fond of their signature sushi rolls and the Aubergine Mille-Feuille, which uses a heavenly feta mousse. We also recommend adding a refreshing Nammos Salad to the table. Jet-set cocktails include Mediterranean Martinis, spritzes, and crisp citrus-led serves, and the wine list carries old-world and coastal European bottles that go perfectly with the restaurant’s signature grills.

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12. Automat

Cuisine: American / Contemporary comfort dining
Price: $$$$
Best for: Intimate dinners, cocktails, American cuisine
Standout features: Speakeasy-style entrance, refined American comfort food
Address: 127 Mount Street, London W1K 3NT

Hidden behind the luxury leather goods boutique Tanner Krolle on Mount Street, Automat brings a polished revival of the classic American diner to the heart of Mayfair. The restaurant takes inspiration from its original New York concept, blending nostalgic comfort food with a more refined, contemporary London sensibility. Inside, the mood is intimate and softly glamorous, with a discreet speakeasy-style entrance that makes the space feel like a hidden members’ club. 

The star ‘handheld’ is, of course, the Automat Burger… ‘Big Mac ’ style, but Seared Tuna Burgers and Chicken Katsu Sandos are also available to accompany your handmade fries or fabulously gooey mac & cheese. We loved the veal meatballs too. Finally, the Chocolate chip cookie with ice cream and the Automat tiramisu sundae are our picks to share between two.

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13. La Petite Maison

Cuisine: French Riviera / Mediterranean
Price: $$$$
Best for: Glamorous dining, seafood, stylish group dinners
Standout features: Riviera-inspired interiors, salt-baked sea bass, astrology-themed cocktails, French wine list
Address: 53–54 Brook’s Mews, London W1K 4EG

Almost 20 years on, the restaurant that brought the French Riviera to our capital has reopened following an interiors uplift: LPM is officially sexier than ever. Aside from the sunshine glam, new dishes join decades-loved classics. For first timers, we recommend starting with the juicy Snails in Garlic Butter – not wasting any of that sauce with your bread to dip, then enjoying the Med’s ocean bounty like the Salt-Baked Sea Bass or the whole fish of the day. To finish, it’s got to be the smooth vanilla cheesecake sided with berry compote; however, the Vanilla Crème Brûlée’s an A-list favourite if that can tempt. Each course is complemented by pours from LPM’s wine list, which is naturally filled with France’s finest. We also love the astrology-assigned cocktail menu/magazine, which makes for a nice post-meal sip along the terrace. The Taurus ‘soleil’ is our gin mix of the summer.

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14. NIJŪ

Cuisine: Japanese
Price: $$$$
Best for: Sushi, Kobe beef, upscale Japanese tasting menus
Standout features: Robata grill, premium sashimi, tasting menu, hidden cocktail bar “Nipperkin”
Address: 20 Berkeley Street, London W1J 8EE

Mayfair’s lucky to serve the whole spectrum of Japanese cuisine, including classics at NIJŪ. Here, guests are treated to the finest cuts of sushi, nigiri, and sashimi, and if you’re craving Kobe beef, this is as Kobe as it’ll ever be outside of Japan. Robata grilled to melt in your mouth. It’s on the tasting menu if that’s the route you select, and if you thought things couldn’t get better, the Matcha gâteau will blow it all out of the park. A decadent yet light slice served with seasonal fruit. Don’t miss their secret fifties-style bar beneath the restaurant. Nipperkin is double-pinned and serves excellent cocktails on Berkeley Square. 

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15. Il Gattopardo

Cuisine: Italian
Price: $$$$
Best for: Glamorous Italian nights out, groups, celebratory dinners
Standout features: 1960s Italian glamour aesthetic, Milanese tomahawk, seafood antipasti, family-style tiramisu
Address: 27 Albemarle Street, London W1S 4HZ

It’s all sixties shimmer and glam, Italian style, at Il Gattopardo on Albemarle Street. The boutique restaurant executes all the Italian greats to perfection, including the Frittura seafood antipasti, a tender Milanese Tomahawk, and a Tiramisu with heavenly mascarpone cream (it’s so good you may even be tempted to order the family-size version)… but those are just our faves. The menu also features pizzas, pastas, grilled meats and seafood. and gelatos & mini pastries that the locals come back for time and time again. 

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16. Tendril

Cuisine: Vegetarian / Plant-forward
Price: $$–$$$
Best for: Vegetarian dining, sustainable eating, creative meat-free menus
Standout features: Mostly vegetarian menu with optional meat additions, inventive vegetable dishes, sustainability-focused cooking
Address: 5 Princes Street, London W1B 2LQ

Right off Hanover Square on the fringe of Mayfair, you’ll find the haus of Tendril serving the plant-loving community since 2019 (many of whom happen to be A-List vegans FYI). Chef and founder Rishim Sachdeva surprises and delights with innovative plant creations, like the crispy seaweed tempura, leek fritters, and Chinatown purple potatoes with sticky soy and sesame…so good you’ll wonder if they really are vegan. There are a couple of non-vegan items clearly marked on the menu too, and if you’re allowed, then go ahead and savour the grilled mastello with confit potatoes. If not, treat yourself to a glass of organic wine and the banoffee pie. An absolute gem that’ll please herbivores and convert even the heaviest of carnivores on the scene.

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17. The Twenty Two

Cuisine: European / British
Price: $$$$
Best for: Romantic luxury dinners, private members’ club atmosphere, stylish lunches
Standout features: Elegant townhouse interiors, sophisticated cocktail bar, refined modern European menu, exclusive Mayfair ambiance
Address: 22 Grosvenor Square, London W1K 6LF

A favourite with the LFW crowd, The Twenty Two is an ever-chic spot within a five-star Grosvenor Square hotel. This ground-floor restaurant serves Mediterranean and Modern British cuisine, with a focus on natural flavours. Samples include roast filets of fish, grilled grass-fed reds, and fresh pasta. Whole foods speak for themselves. Of course, dessert is where things can, and should, veer on added indulgence, including the (shareable) chocolate cremeux, vanilla cheesecake, and the crème brûlée. 

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